Hangtight is an AI-powered social planning app that provides Student Organization Leaders with a convenient platform to organize events, engage with members, and disseminate important announcements. One of the core features of Hangtight is the ability to create "Circles," which serve as dedicated spaces for communication and coordination. In this guide, we walk you through the simple process of creating Circles in the Hangtight app, enabling you to enhance your organization's communication and collaboration.‍

Why Student Organization Leaders Use Hangtight

Before we dive into creating Circles, let's briefly understand why Student Organization Leaders find Hangtight invaluable:

1. Efficient Communication: Hangtight simplifies communication within your organization, making it easier to share information, plan events, and engage with members effectively
2. Increased Member Participation: Student Organization Leaders have reported increased member participation since using Hangtight. The app's features help raise awareness of upcoming events and encourage involvement
3. Calendar Integration: Hangtight seamlessly integrates with members' calendars, ensuring they never miss an event and have a complete view of what's coming up‍

How to Create a Hangtight Circle for Your Student Organization

Step 1: Download the Hangtight App and Complete Sign-Up

If you haven't already, download the Hangtight App from your device's app store. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the sign-up process.

‍Step 2: Access the Navigation Bar

Once you have successfully signed up and logged in, you'll be greeted with the Hangtight interface. To create a Circle, follow these steps:

1. Open the App: Launch the Hangtight App from your device
2. Navigate to the Navigation Bar: The Navigation Bar is usually located at the bottom of your screen and is represented by four circular icon
3. Select the Four Circles Icon: Tap on the icon that resembles four circles. This icon is your gateway to creating Circles.

Step 3: Create a Circle

Now that you've accessed the Circles menu, follow these steps to create a new Circle:

1. Hit "Create Circle": Look for the "Create Circle" option within the Circles menu and tap on it
2. Provide Circle Information: In the next screen, you will be prompted to fill in the following details:

           a. Circle Name: Enter a name for your Circle. This should be a clear and descriptive name that helps members understand the purpose of the Circle (e.g., "Programming Club - Fall Semester")

          b. Description: Provide a brief description of the Circle. This description should highlight what members can expect within the Circle, such as event planning, announcements, and discussions

           c. Save Your Changes: After entering the Circle name and description, save your changes - your Circle is now created!

Step 4: Invite Members

To make your Circle active and engaging, you'll need to invite members. Hangtight provides multiple options for inviting members:

1. Invite with Link: Share a link to your Circle with members; they can join by clicking on the link
2. Invite with QR Code: Display the Circle's QR code, and members can scan it to join
3. Invite via Text: Send out invitations directly to members via text. If a user hasn't signed up for Hangtight, they will still receive text invites. Once they create an account, they will automatically be added to the Circle

Step 5: Plan Your First Event

With your Circle created and members invited, you can now start planning your first event. Hangtight offers an advanced AI feature called Flashparse for event planning, making it easy to organize and coordinate activities. Ensure that members link their calendars to have upcoming events seamlessly integrated into their schedules.

With Circles in Hangtight, you have a powerful tool to enhance your organization's communication and collaboration. By following these steps, you can create a welcoming and efficient space for your members to connect, plan, and stay informed about the exciting events and activities your organization has in store for them.